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Newspaper
Ruston Leader
Location
Ruston, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1962
Page
1
The Leader argues against adding two state colleges in Shreveport, urging focus on strengthening existing colleges. It notes limited state funds, rising taxes to fund government, and the danger of spreading resources too thin. Emphasizes improving specialized programs rather than expanding number of state schools.
The piece argues food remains the U.S. bargain given government data since 1947-49 show consumer prices up 28 percent overall while food rose only 21 percent. Factory wages rose 57 percent, with Americans spending about one fifth of income on food versus 45-60 percent in other countries, enabling more spending on shelter, clothing, health, and education.
The piece argues that dropping out of high school harms future earnings and life prospects. It notes a high school graduate earns far more over adulthood, benefits military service, and improves prospects for marriage and motherhood. Completing high school yields lifelong economic and personal benefits.
Major General Raymond H. Fleming announces Louisiana must provide 14 registrants for induction in March 1962, about 20 percent less than February.
Pvt Vernon C Stevens son of Mr and Mrs Vernon OS Stevens 600 Center St Auston has been assigned to Company 13 397th Regiment at Fort Chaffee Ark where he will receive basic combat training in an eight week course covering first aid reading and basic military subjects he will qualify with the rifle Upon completion basic training he will receive advanced individual training in a military specialty The 6th Regiment is part of the 1th Division an Army Reserve unit from Kentucky The 10th was the first Division called to active duty in the current military buildup.
IRS official John L. Tolar warns Monroe Louisiana area taxpayers that W-2 forms are essential for tax returns and that funds cannot be paid without the withholding certificates. Joint returns require W-2s for both spouses, and if more than one job was held, all W-2s must be attached to the return.
Technical Sergeant Edgar 3B. Denham, son of Mr and Mrs B B Denham of Conter Street Ruston Louisiana, reports to the 44th Air Transport Squadron at Travis AFB California as a flight engineer in the new all jet strategic airlift unit of the Military Air Transport Service The squadron promises the fastest troop and cargo movement in history Denham a graduate of Ruston High School is married to Sallie M Wavey of 119 West Greenwood Ace Landsdowne PA and they have three children
Mayors from 210 municipalities were invited to participate in Louisiana Tourist Appreciation Days. Elaine Davis, executive director of the State Department of Commerce and Industry, urged setting aside May 29 to June 14 as the official state observance. This will be the sixth annual TAL. Local groups reported more than 200 whistleblowers connected to the effort.
Oil and gas report lists multiple wells across many parishes with depths from 2,132 to 11,500 feet. Operators include United Producing Co, Douglas Whitaker No 4 J J Causey Estate, Gulf Oil, Sinclair, Skelly, Humble, and others. Gas flow rates up to 1,400,000 cubic feet per day reported. locations span Caddo, Bienville, Jackson, Ouachita, and Union parishes plus fields in Hico and Tielel.
The Fifth District Retired Teachers announce three upcoming events. A regular meeting on Thursday March 8 at 9 45 a.m. at 605 Wood Street Monroe. A tea on April 12 at 3 30 p.m. at the Lotus Club Monroe. A State Meeting in Alexandria on April 18 with strong attendance urged.
Members of the Louisiana Tech Sprig and Twig Garden Club enjoyed a February covered dish supper at the home of Mr. and Mrs. La Rue Cocanougher. Husband guests heard C. G. Hobgood of Louisiana Tech speak on the care and selection of shrubs, pruning, and plant care after cold damage. Hobgood also noted how to treat affected plants. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. S. A. Dyson and other couples. A baking tip about adding baking soda to whipping cream to prevent sour taste was shared.
The Fifth District Annual Convention of Louisiana Federated Women's Clubs met in Ruston on February 24 with seven Ruston clubs as hostesses. Officers were elected and the Vogue Sewing Contest Style Show highlighted noon activities. Awards honored top clubs and readers of Clubwoman Magazine.
Mrs Charles Colvin hosted the Dubach Garden Club gathering at three o clock on Thursday February twenty two with twenty two members present. After business new officers for next year were appointed, flower arrangements and horticulture ideas were discussed by Mrs Bernice Fuller, social hour refreshments followed.
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